A little over 64 years ago Leon Whipkey of Nobe went to Petroleum, Ritchie County to teach
music, the old shaped note system. While there he met Nina Simmons and they fell in love and
married shortly after. Leon is now 87 and Nina is 80.

Yesterday Leon and Nina celebrated 64 years together, an anniversary party was held at the
Chapel Baptist Church at Nobe. Relatives and friends came together to help them celebrate the
event.

Family and friends wandered over the grounds surrounding Chapel Baptist
Church

"There have been lots of ups and downs, but it has mostly been good," said Nina, who helped
her husband cut the big anniversary cake.

"We've had a great life together," said Leon.

After great food and fellowship, Leon left the event to go to Liberty Hill Church and do what he
enjoys most, sing a few more hymns.